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Roger breezes into semis

16.11.2007 | Tennis

Despite knowing when he took the court that both he and Andy Roddick had qualified for the semifinals, Roger sent a message to the man he may meet again in the final. Our star produced his best performance of the tournament to blitz Roddick 6-4, 6-2, to record his 11th consecutive victory over the American.

Roger was at his imperious best against Roddick, hitting 33 winners to 14, and making just 13 unforced errors.

The win elevated Roger to top spot in the group, ensuring that he would, for the second consecutive year, meet arch rival Rafael Nadal in the semifinals tomorrow.

I am so, so glad. You were great. I could only watch the replay as I am too nervous when you are playing live. Thank God. He was with you today and He will be with you tomorrow.
He always look after you my dear. He looks after ever

I saw in ur eyes as soon as the match started that u were going to win that match. The look on ur face says it all and u were charged and determined to win the match to earn ur place and not having it passed on to u by Gonzo's loss to Davyden

Roger, I did get to see the match between you and Roddick this morning on ESPN2 and I absolutely went wild watching you play so well. I also loved the sly little smile I saw on your face and you were having a great deal of fun for which I am happy. Best o

Great job Rog. Congrats and good luck tomorrow. If you play as you did today, you'll certainly will make it to the final. Keep your unforced errors to a minimum and serve well. That'll do the trick. Don't give Nadal a chance to get to the net and try to p